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Does Shrinking Gums Indicate Oral Cancer?

I have6 dental implants 3 upper and 3 lower .My lower gum line has receded so much that my denture does not fasten to the implants and just floats. I need a denture adhesive just to keep it from falling out. Are shrinking gums a symptom of oral cancer?
Tue, 22 Jul 2014
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Dentist,  's  Response
Thanks for using Health care Magic.

Read your query.

Shrinking gums or receding gums as in your are not a sign of cancer.

Yes,When a tooth is replaced with an implant, receding of the gums is a major concern. This leaves areas of root exposed and can be painful for the patient.
Bone loss around the tooth will cause the recession,leading to the failure or a non lasting implant.

I would advice you to visit your implantologist and get it reviewed foe bone loss and if possible you can for bone grafting and gum recession treatment and then check on the implants and maintain it well.

Hope this was helpful and you have a good recovery.
Thanks and regards.
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Dentist,  Dr. Dr. Rohit S Menon's  Response
hellooo....dont think of oral cancer for any lesion in the oral cavity...just be cool..dont panic..in my opinion the receding gums are due to bone loss which is just a normal phenomenon....so nothing to worry in that....after some days ur muscles in and around denture will get used to new position and you can use denture properly...its all about getting adjusted..so chill..have a nice day!!!!
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Does Shrinking Gums Indicate Oral Cancer?

Thanks for using Health care Magic. Read your query. Shrinking gums or receding gums as in your are not a sign of cancer. Yes,When a tooth is replaced with an implant, receding of the gums is a major concern. This leaves areas of root exposed and can be painful for the patient. Bone loss around the tooth will cause the recession,leading to the failure or a non lasting implant. I would advice you to visit your implantologist and get it reviewed foe bone loss and if possible you can for bone grafting and gum recession treatment and then check on the implants and maintain it well. Hope this was helpful and you have a good recovery. Thanks and regards.